HS Code for Petroleum

Crude petroleum is classified under HS code 2709.00. This code is found in Chapter 27, which includes mineral fuels, mineral oils, and products of their distillation. Heading 2709 is specifically for petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals in their crude state. Crude implies that the oil has not undergone any refining processes beyond basic stabilization, such as the removal of water, salts, or very light fractions to facilitate transport. The classification covers a wide range of crude oils, from light condensates to heavy crudes. It is essential to distinguish these from refined products. If the oil has been processed in a refinery to produce gasoline, kerosene, or diesel, it moves to heading 2710. The 2709.00 code is fundamental for the global energy trade, representing the raw material before it is transformed into various fuels and chemical feedstocks. Classification is straightforward under GRI 1 as the heading specifically names crude petroleum oils.

Products Included

• Crude oil from conventional wells
• Oil-sands crude (bituminous)
• Condensates recovered from natural gas
• Shale oil in its crude state
• Topped crudes (partially stabilized)

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is placing crude oil under 2710.12 or 2710.19, which are codes for refined petroleum oils like motor spirit or lubricating oils. Another error involves 2711 for petroleum gases. If the product has undergone any distillation that significantly changes its composition, it can no longer be classified as crude under 2709.00.

FAQ

What is the HS code for petroleum?

The HS code for crude petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals is 2709.00.

Is refined gasoline included in this code?

No, refined gasoline is classified under heading 2710 because 2709.00 is strictly reserved for oils in their crude, unrefined state.